HENRIK STENSON | THE OPEN

Henrik Stenson shot arguably the best final round in major history to lift the Claret Jug for the first time at Royal Troon.

In an incredible duel with five-time major winner Phil Mickelson, the Swede showed nerves of steel throughout his round to post 63 - which included ten birdies and two bogeys - and his peers couldn't believe what they were seeing as the duo finished 14 and 11 shots clear respectively of J.B. Holmes in third.

What a front runner Stenson is. Amazing duel there from the 2 boys. Phil was awesome. So happy for @henrikstenson. Much deserved. #openchamp
— Graeme McDowell (@Graeme_McDowell) July 17, 2016

@henrikstenson just incredible! The separated two shoot the lowest rounds of the day! unreal.. Inspiring to watch!
— Jordan Spieth (@JordanSpieth) July 17, 2016

Just landed in London, heard the great news. Very impressive and congrats @henrikstenson , Sweden doesn't have to wait no more!!#TheOpen
— Jesper Parnevik (@JesperParnevik) July 17, 2016

20 under!!! Respect @henrikstenson. That's how you earn your 1st major. Amazing stuff.
— Luke Donald (@LukeDonald) July 17, 2016

Couldn't be happier for my friend @henrikstenson to win his 1st major with the best ever score -20 @TheOpen! Some golf that was!!
— Sergio Garcia (@TheSergioGarcia) July 17, 2016

Well well well.... Amazing stuff @henrikstenson outrageous golf!! Sweden now have 1 1/2 majors this year!!!! @TheOpen
— Danny Willett (@Danny_Willett) July 17, 2016

Phil played all four rds under par, including a 63 and a final rd 65, and STILL LOST BY 3! That was incredible. This Open was won, not lost.
— Webb Simpson (@webbsimpson1) July 17, 2016

Congrats @henrikstenson what a performance! #TheOpen
— Paul Casey (@Paul_Casey) July 17, 2016

Probably the best golf I've ever ever seen.... @henrikstenson #openchampion #TheOpen
— Matthew Baldwin (@mattbaldwin26) July 17, 2016

Awesome @henrikstenson and his team Pete Cowen & @SwashPutting so pleased for him! Unbelievable display of golf today!!!!!!!
— Matt Fitzpatrick (@MattFitz94) July 17, 2016